Finding Airspeed: Pressure Altitude, Temp & Mach Number

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To find equivalent airspeed at a pressure altitude of 12 km with an ambient temperature 15 degrees Celsius above standard, the process involves calculating the temperature at that altitude and determining the density ratio (sigma). The Mach number of 0.85 can then be used to derive true airspeed, which is essential for calculating equivalent airspeed. The distinction between correctly calibrated airspeed and incorrectly calibrated airspeed relates to accounting for factors like instrument errors and environmental conditions. Additional resources for understanding these concepts can enhance clarity and accuracy in calculations.
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Homework Statement



Pressure altitude of 12km,
Ambient temp is 15 celsius above that of the standard atmosphere,
cruise mach number is 0.85.

Find equivalent airspeed, total pressure at pitot tube, correctly calibrated airspeed, and incorrectly calibrated airspeed (Compression is ignored).

Homework Equations



Veq = sqr(sigma)*V
M = V/a
T = Tsea + a(h-hs)

The Attempt at a Solution


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Here is my process, please correct if needed, I took the altitude and found out what the temp should be. Then do I go and find sigma by using this temp I just found or use the 15 degrees above it? Then I should be able to use Mach to find the true airspeed and plug those into the eqn to find Veq.

And then, what is the difference between correct and uncorrect? The notes are very bare in these terms.

Thanks, feel free to ask questions!
 
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